- A section of the Isiolo Somali community professionals and members of the Council of Elders has appealed to County Assembly Members (MCAs) and others pushing for the impeachment of Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo to explore alternative dispute resolution mechanisms instead. This, they say, will create…
- Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula has implored politicians to uphold peace and compete on ideas instead of insults. Speaking during a church service at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kanduyi Constituency, Bungoma County, the Speaker warned that the actions were polarizing the nation…
- Israelis emerge from shelters to devastation after Iran attacksFirst responders fanned out across Israel Sunday following fresh waves of Iranian missile strikes that left pockets of devastation in their wake — as the Islamic republic hit back after a US attack on its nuclear sites. In both Haifa…
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday the United States and Israel “decided to blow up” diplomacy when they launched strikes on his country’s nuclear sites. In a post on X, Araghchi said Israel blew up negotiations between Tehran and Washington with its strikes on June 13, while…
- Armed men opened fire at a wedding party in southeastern France early Sunday, killing two people, including the bride, and wounding three others, said a source close to the investigation. The attack in the village of Goult occurred around 4:30 am (0230 GMT). According to initial information, the…
- Hundreds of squatters living on the troubled Chepchoina Phase III Settlement Scheme in Trans Nzoia are demanding that the government expedites a new land allocation process after the Court revoked an earlier fraudulent settlement process in 2023. This comes after years of a long-standing court…
- Nyandarua County is mourning the sudden death of Beth Wahito, a specially elected Member of the County Assembly (MCA), following a fatal road accident along the busy Nairobi–Nakuru highway. Wahito, who represented Njabini Kiburu Ward, was widely respected for her fearless leadership, dedication to…
- The construction of the Chuka Modern Market in Tharaka Nithi County, which began in October 2024, is now 58pc complete and already transforming the local trading landscape. The three-tier facility will accommodate 373 traders, 254 in the basement, 113 on the upper ground floor and 6 on the first…
- President Donald Trump said US air strikes on Sunday “totally obliterated” Iran’s main nuclear sites, as Washington joined Israel’s war with Tehran in a flashpoint moment for the Middle East. In a televised address to the nation from the White House, Trump warned that the United States would go…
- Kenya Week celebrations at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, kicked off Sunday with a Diaspora Networking Dinner hosted by the Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA). The Saturday evening event at the Osaka International Convention Center marked a powerful opening to a week dedicated to trade,…
- The Shree Visa Oshwal Jain Community, Nairobi, today reaffirmed its commitment to supporting education and youth welfare through a donation of assorted food provisions to benefit the students of St John’s High School-Kangii for the month of July 2025.
- The Human Resource Management Professionals Examinations Board (HRMPEB) has issued a stern warning to human resource officers serving without certification as they risk being struck off.
- President William Ruto has said no amount of threats and insults will derail the government’s transformation agenda. The President, who was flanked by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, pointed out that those engaging in propaganda will not derail his development agenda, saying those who had no…
- The President, who was flanked by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, pointed out that those engaging in propaganda will not derail his development agenda, saying those who had no plans were free to engage in rhetoric. The post No amount of threats, insults will derail my transformation agenda, says…
- Kenya Saturday joined other African nations in marking the 2025 edition of Africa Public Service Day (APSD), taking place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This year’s event is themed: “Enhancing the Agility and Resilience of Public Institutions to Achieve Equitable Governance and Rapidly Address…
- The Kenyan government, through the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, has urged its nationals in Israel and Iran to register for evacuation as the conflict between the two countries intensifies. A registration form and QR code have been provided to facilitate the listing process. “For your…
- The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has given the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) a 7-day ultimatum to initiate discussions towards signing of a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The Union says it has already notified the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Labour and…
- The Boda Boda Safety Association has distanced itself from the chaos witnessed during Tuesday’s protests over the death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody. In a statement, the association’s Nairobi branch declared its members will not participate in the planned June 25 demonstrations, even as…
- The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUNM) has maintained that its planned nationwide strike, set to begin on July 7th, 2025, is still on. Union Secretary General Seth Panyako has mobilised members of the National Advisory Council to meet next Friday to ratify the strike notice issued…
- Police in Busia County have intercepted 22 drums of Ethanol worth Ksh 13 million. The 8,000 litres of ethanol, smuggled into Kenya from Uganda through a porous section of the Kenya-Uganda border near Busia Town on Thursday morning, was intercepted by a multi-agency security team acting on…
- All government procurement, end to end, will be conducted on the e-platform beginning 1st July, President William Ruto has said. The President said that this is intended to curb fraud and eliminate inflated costs of government procurement that drain public resources. He said there will be no…
- Iran has said it will not resume talks over its nuclear programme while under attack, hours after Israel’s defence minister warned of a “prolonged” conflict with the Islamic Republic. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met European diplomats in Geneva who urged him to revive diplomatic efforts with…
- More than 1,000 youth from across Africa gathered at the Kenya School of Government this week for the CorpsAfrica All-Country Conference 2025. The five-day summit, themed Leading with Ubuntu: African Youth Transforming the Continent, has spotlighted Kenya as a hub for youth-driven volunteerism…
- Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has expressed concern over the cancellation of a vital airport expansion contract between the Government of Kenya and Adani Group, calling the decision a strategic blunder that threatens to undermine Nairobi’s status as a regional transport and investment hub.…
- Amid mounting tension particularly in the capital Nairobi as GenZ plot to hold demonstrations to commemorate last years June 25th protests against the proposed 2024 Finance Bill, leaders led by Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula, have warned the young people against causing Mayhem in…
- Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment as it joins other nations in commemorating the 30th anniversary of the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Speaking at the Beijing+30 Action Agenda convened in Beijing, Kenya’s Deputy…
- Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga made a passionate appeal on Friday, urging Kenyans to prioritize the country’s stability and well-being above all else. He also called on leaders to ensure that every government policy, programme, and decision reflects the collective interests of the people.…
- Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has urged the Executive to conduct a candid, results-driven review of the Kenya Kwanza Administration’s performance during the ongoing Third National Executive Retreat. Koskei, who also serves as the State House Chief of Staff, stressed the need to evaluate the…
- Aldai Member of Parliament Marianne Kitany now wants the Government to swiftly develop a comprehensive regulatory and ethical framework for the use and development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in Kenya. In a motion tabled in the National Assembly, Kitany drew attention to the…
- Kwale County has unveiled a proposed KSh 10.6 billion budget for the 2025/2026 financial year, with a sharp focus on healthcare, road infrastructure, and water services, sectors deemed vital for residents’ livelihoods and long-term development. The budget, reduced from KSh 12 billion last year due…
- The High Court has dismissed a petition by Athanas Wafula Wamunyinyi challenging the leasing of Nzoia Sugar Company, clearing the way for West Kenya Sugar Company—a subsidiary of the Rai Group—to proceed with its Ksh 5.76 billion investment in the struggling miller.
- The National Housing Corporation (NHC) has entered into a Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) with International Financial Corporation (IFC) to construct 3,000 housing units in Machakos County.
- The government is set to crack down on fraudulent Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) through the proposed Public Benefit Organisations (PBO) Act, 2025, which seeks to streamline operations and enhance accountability in the sector. According to Dr. Laxmana Kiptoo, CEO and Director General of the…
- More than 30 families who had fled their homes recently in Matigari village, Mutara location in Laikipia County due to tribal clashes have been urged to return and rebuild their lives. Laikipia County Commissioner Onesmus Kyatha, speaking at a public baraza in Matigari primary and junior school to…
- The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has honoured the outgoing President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, describing him as “a visionary leader, a tireless son of Africa who has dedicated his life to transform the narrative of the continent.” President Samia…
- Constable Benard Koome Ithai, 32, was gunned down in the line of duty at Cravers area in Thika Town. The post Manhunt launched for gunman who killed police officer in Thika appeared first on KBC Digital .
- Mount Kenya University (MKU) is set to hold its 27th Graduation ceremony on 8th August, 2025 at the Happy Valley Grounds, Thika, along Garissa Road from 9:00 am. The ceremony will be presided over by the University Chancellor, Prof. John Struthers who will award Diplomas and Certificates and confer…
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has asked the African Union (AU) to champion for safeguarding of interests of the Sahrawi Republic as a sovereign State. Wetang’ula noted that the Sahrawi people have an inherent right to self-determination and independence. “I have made an appeal to the…
- Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula has said women play the vital role in peace building efforts. He particularly singled out regions afflicted by conflict and emphasized on the involvement of women that has led to more enduring and comprehensive peace agreements. Speaking from his…
- THX22 Foundation, a charitable organisation dedicated to empowering marginalised communities, has donated Kshs 630,000 to Rafiki Mwema, a non-profit focused on rehabilitating and protecting traumatised children.
- The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has expressed interest in investing in the 175-kilometre Nairobi-Nakuru-Mau Summit Highway, which is currently at the tendering stage. The post Pension schemes turn to infrastructure projects for better returns appeared first on KBC Digital .
- The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Country Attache, Karl Ash, has commended the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for its consistent cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking, particularly in Kenya’s coastal region.
- President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming Kenya’s economic and governance landscape, urging the Executive to remain dedicated to delivering on promises made to the Kenyan people. Speaking on Thursday morning during the Third National Executive Retreat at…
- A Nairobi court has granted detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) 15 days to detain two police constables captured on video shooting a mask hawker at close range during Tuesday’s protests in the Central Business District in Nairobi.
- A Nairobi court has granted detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) 15 days to detain two police constables captured on video shooting a mask hawker at close range during Tuesday’s protests in the Central Business District in Nairobi.
- The leadership crisis in Machakos County has taken a new turn after Speaker Anne Kiusya returned to the High Court, seeking to overturn orders that allowed nine suspended MCAs to resume their duties
